The Recovery Coach serves as a mentor and guide for individuals recovering from addiction to alcohol and drugs. They are responsible for removing barriers to recovery and linking members to community-based support services and mental health programs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have at least 2 years of uninterrupted recovery and obtain a recovery coach certification within 12 months. A valid driver's license and access to a safe, insured vehicle for transporting participants are required.
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Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
Lowell,
MA 01851Position
Type:
Full
TimeEducation
Level:
High
SchoolSalary
Range: $22.90 - $22.90
HourlyJob
Shift: 1st
Shift/DaysJob
Category: Nonprofit - Social Services“If you love recovery, honor all pathways and have an interest in helping individuals reach their goals and live a better quality of life this could be the most enjoyable work you do!”
Location:
Lowell,
MA and surrounding areas
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 5:30am-2:00pm
Pay
Rate: $22.90/hour
Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances Company-paid life insurance/employee assistance programs Generous paid time off accrual Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options 401k with company match up to 7%! Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide
The
Recovery
Coach is responsible for: Promoting recovery and removes barriers and obstacles to recovery. Serving as a personal guide and mentor for people seeking or already in recovery from an addiction to alcohol and/or other drugs. Modeling recovery principles and practices at all times. Providing linkages to recovery-oriented, peer support self-help supports and services and community-based mental health, substance use disorder, and family support programs. Serving as a liaison between the recovery community, the addiction treatment system, the medical treatment system, and the member’s community, family, and social context to facilitate connections across systems of care QualificationsQualifications Achievement of a minimum of 2 years of uninterrupted recovery required achievement of 3-5 years of uninterrupted recovery preferred. Recovery coach certification required within the first 12 months of employment. Ability to use an Electronic Health Record to document medically necessary clinical services. Strong skills in the areas of communication, follow through, collaboration, and customer service. Ability to read and write English and communicate effectively in the primary language of the program to which he/she is assigned. Must hold a valid driver’s license. Must have access to a safe, operational, and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport participants.
